Opening Ceremony & Welcome Address
Introduction to webinar theme and objectives
About Webinar
The Webinar on Materials Science and Sustainable Forestry: Linking Tropical Wood Anatomy with Mangrove Ecosystem Functionality is an interdisciplinary academic platform designed to bring together researchers, industry professionals, environmentalists, and policy stakeholders. This webinar aims to explore the critical connections between materials science and sustainable forestry, with a particular focus on tropical wood structure and the ecological significance of mangrove ecosystems.
Our initiative is driven by the growing need to understand how the anatomical properties of tropical wood influence material performance, durability, and sustainability. At the same time, we emphasize the vital role of mangrove forests in coastal protection, carbon sequestration, biodiversity conservation, and climate resilience. By linking these two domains, the webinar fosters a holistic perspective that integrates scientific innovation with environmental stewardship.
Through expert talks, interactive discussions, and knowledge-sharing sessions, we aim to:
- Highlight recent advancements in wood science and materials engineering
- Examine the ecological and functional dynamics of mangrove ecosystems
- Promote sustainable utilization of forest resources
- Encourage collaborative research across disciplines
- Support evidence-based strategies for conservation and sustainable development
This webinar serves as a bridge between science and sustainability, empowering participants to contribute meaningfully to global environmental challenges while advancing technological and ecological knowledge.
We are committed to creating an inclusive and intellectually engaging environment that inspires innovation, fosters collaboration, and supports the development of sustainable solutions for future generations.
Scientific Sessions:
- Advanced Wood Anatomy: Structure–Property Relationships in Tropical Species
- Mangrove Ecosystems: Functional Ecology and Biogeochemical Processes
- Sustainable Forestry Practices in Tropical Regions
- Biomaterials from Tropical Wood: Innovations and Applications
- Wood Durability, Preservation, and Environmental Resistance
- Carbon Sequestration Potential of Mangrove Forests
- Climate Change Impacts on Tropical Forests and Coastal Ecosystems
- Nanotechnology in Wood Science and Forest-Based Materials
- Mangrove Restoration and Rehabilitation Strategies
- Wood-Based Composites and Engineered Materials
- Biodiversity Conservation in Mangrove and Tropical Forest Ecosystems
- Remote Sensing and GIS Applications in Forestry and Mangrove Monitoring
- Eco-Friendly Processing and Green Chemistry in Wood Utilization
- Hydrodynamics and Coastal Protection Role of Mangroves
- Policy, Governance, and Sustainable Forest Management Frameworks
- Bioenergy and Biofuels from Forest Biomass
- Fungal Degradation and Microbial Interactions in Wood Systems
- Structural Performance and Mechanical Characterization of Tropical Woods
- Blue Carbon Ecosystems and Global Climate Mitigation
- Socioeconomic Aspects of Mangrove Conservation and Forestry
- Circular Economy Approaches in Forest-Based Industries
- Traditional Knowledge and Indigenous Practices in Forest Management
- Digitalization and AI in Forestry and Material Science
- Environmental Impact Assessment of Forestry and Wood-Based Industries
- Future Perspectives: Integrating Materials Science with Ecosystem Sustainability
Speakers
Dr. Mabicka Iwangou Saint Bickolard
Researcher, Institute for Agricultural and Forestry Research (IRAF) / CENAREST, Libreville, Gabon
Our Supporting Journals:
Mangrove Ecology / Environmental / Marine Science
- Annals of Marine Science - AMS
- Annals of Limnology and Oceanography - ALO
- Global Journal of Ecology - AJE
- Open Journal of Environmental Biology -OJEB
- Open Journal of Biological Sciences - OJBS
- Open Journal of Plant Science - OJPS
- Journal of Microbiome Ecology - JME
- International Journal of Aquaculture and Fishery Sciences - IJAFS
- Global Journal of Zoology - GJZ
- Global Animal Science and Zoology - GASZ
- Leads of Marine Biology - LMB
Forestry / Wood Science / Plant Structure
- Insights in Forest Science - IFS
- Open Journal of Plant Science - OJPS
- Plant Biotechnology Research - PBR
- Journal of Research in Fungal Biology (relevant for wood decay, fungi interactions) - JRFB
- Quantitative Research in Plant Methods - QRPM
- Open Journal of Biological Sciences - OJBS
Event Schedule
Webinar on Materials Science and Sustainable Forestry: Advancing Sustainable Materials and Ecosystem Resilience: Integrating Tropical Wood Anatomy with Mangrove Functionality for a Greener Future.
10:00 – 10:10 AM (GMT)
10:10 – 10:35 AM (GMT)
Speaker 1
10:35 – 11:00 AM (GMT)
Speaker 2
11:00 – 11:25 AM (GMT)
Speaker 3
11:25 – 11:35 AM (GMT)
Short Break
11:35 AM – 12:00 PM (GMT)
Speaker 4
12:00 – 12:25 PM (GMT)
Speaker 5
12:25 – 12:50 PM (GMT)
Speaker 6
12:50 – 01:15 PM (GMT)
Speaker 7
01:15 – 01:35 PM (GMT)
Closing Remarks & Vote of Thanks
Note :
- Each speaker is allocated ~20–25 minutes including Q&A.
- Total speakers: 6–8 (flexible based on availability).
- Schedule can be adjusted slightly depending on speaker count.
Important Dates
- Webinar Date: May 06, 2026
- Abstract Submission Opens: March 31, 2026
- Registration Opens: March 31, 2026